Math 551: Elementary Topology

Frequency:

Fall/Spring

Student Body:

Math majors and graduate students in related areas

Background and Goals:

This is an introduction to the basic ideas and methods of point set topology. It is a good background for analysis courses and graduate topology courses. Normally it is advisable to have at least one previous proof-based course such as Math 341, Math 421, Math 521 or Math 541 before taking Math 551.